Lesser Yellow Underwing vs Big-headed Fly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Lesser Yellow Underwing | Big-headed Fly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Noctua comes | Pipunculus campestris |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Diptera |
| Family | Noctuidae | Pipunculidae |
| Size | 40-46 mm wingspan | 3-6 mm |
| Habitat | Gardens | Farmland |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe, Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Lesser Yellow Underwing
Similar to the Large Yellow Underwing but smaller with more orange-yellow hindwings. Very common in gardens and attracted to light. Larvae feed on many herbaceous plants.
Did You Know?
Together with its larger relative, forms one of the most abundant moth species partnerships in garden moth traps.
Big-headed Fly
A small fly with an enormously enlarged, almost entirely eye-covered spherical head. It hovers in vegetation searching for leafhopper hosts in which to parasitize.
Did You Know?
Its enormous eyes give it near-360-degree vision, allowing it to spot leafhoppers from any angle while hovering.